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The books one has written in the past have two surprises in store: one couldn't write them again, and wouldn't want to.
Jean Rostand
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"The books one has written in the past have two surprises in store: one couldn't write them again, and wouldn't want to."
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The books one has written in the past have two surprises in store: one couldn't write them again, and wouldn't want to. — Jean Rostand

About Jean Rostand

Jean Rostand was a Scientist from France (1894–1977).

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This quote is attributed to Jean Rostand, a Scientist from France.
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Jean Rostand lived from 1894 – 1977.
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